What percentage of Zürich to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 5.9% of flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. were direct. This indicates that the majority of travelers typically experience connecting flights. For those flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers should consider these factors when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.?

A direct flight from Zürich to Washington, D.C. typically takes about 9 hours and 35 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 13 hours. The distance covered on this route is 6673 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when making their travel arrangements.

Should I set a price alert for Zürich to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good deals occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to monitor these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert can help travelers identify optimal booking times.

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Zürich to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Only 3% of recent fares from Zürich to Washington, D.C. were classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $794–$1332, with a median of $992. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking cheap flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities for price changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable months to fly are typically November and December, both with a median fare of $452. Following closely is February, where the median fare is $559. These months offer the best value for travelers planning their journey.

A typical journey from Zürich to Washington, D.C. takes about 22h 49m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6651 kilometers. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 5.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: CHF 435 - CHF 793

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C.

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. is typically between 435 CHF and 793 CHF. The current lowest deal is 324 CHF with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 10.

now CHF 324

Low CHF 435

High CHF 793

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Washington is November, with a median price of $452. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1158. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 452

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,158

Jan

Feb

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Jul

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Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

United Airlines

CHF 685

CHF 532

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

CHF 819

CHF 587

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

CHF 770

CHF 531

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

CHF 720

CHF 535

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

TAP Portugal

CHF 536

CHF 474

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

CHF 761

CHF 523

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

CHF 709 → CHF 329

54%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

CHF 712 → CHF 348

51%

6 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 13

CHF 694 → CHF 351

49%

21 nights

Dec 16 - Jan 6

CHF 668 → CHF 350

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Zürich - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to WAS are above the typical level, with 3% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

November and December are historically cheapest

Historically, November ($452) and December ($452) are the cheapest months to fly this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 22h 49m

Flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. typically take 22h 49m, classifying this as a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 434

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 469

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often offering lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 510

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $831. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $1421. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows higher average prices, around $1145.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $794 or less. The median price for this route was $992. Prices at the 75th percentile reached $1332, indicating that a significant portion of tickets were more expensive. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the good price threshold to secure a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C. are November and December, both with a median price of $452. February also presents a more affordable option, with a median price of $559. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price for this route, which stands at $992. Planning travel during these months can lead to significant savings.

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Zürich to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: CHF 435 - CHF 793

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C.

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Washington, D.C. is typically between 435 CHF and 793 CHF. The current lowest deal is 324 CHF with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 10.

now CHF 324

Low CHF 435

High CHF 793

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

November

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 452

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,158

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

United Airlines

CHF 685

CHF 532

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

CHF 819

CHF 587

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

CHF 770

CHF 531

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

CHF 720

CHF 535

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

TAP Portugal

CHF 536

CHF 474

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Washington, D.C.

Zürich (ZRH) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

CHF 761

CHF 523

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

CHF 709 → CHF 329

54%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

CHF 712 → CHF 348

51%

6 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 13

CHF 694 → CHF 351

49%

21 nights

Dec 16 - Jan 6

CHF 668 → CHF 350

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Zürich - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to WAS are above the typical level, with 3% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

November and December are historically cheapest

Historically, November ($452) and December ($452) are the cheapest months to fly this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 22h 49m

Flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. typically take 22h 49m, classifying this as a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 434

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 469

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often offering lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

94% AI deal score

$4,876

$1,695

Save $3,181

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Zürich to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Zürich - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November and December are historically cheapest

Flights are typically 22h 49m

Connecting flights are dominant

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

When should I buy Zürich to Washington, D.C. tickets?

How do I know if a Zürich to Washington, D.C. flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.?

What percentage of Zürich to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

How long does it take to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.?

Should I set a price alert for Zürich to Washington, D.C. flights?

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Zürich to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.

Zürich - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November and December are historically cheapest

Flights are typically 22h 49m

Connecting flights are dominant

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Zürich main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Nov 25

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

When should I buy Zürich to Washington, D.C. tickets?

How do I know if a Zürich to Washington, D.C. flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zürich to Washington, D.C.?